Sole Source to Wood Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) for MK 18 SOF-P UUV Engineering and Test Support

Department of Defense · DEPT OF THE NAVY · Combined Synopsis/Solicitation · N61331-26-Q-JK47

posted 2 September 2026 · closed 8 September 2026 · NAICS 541330 · PSC R425

Summary

The Department of the Navy is procuring engineering and test support services for the MK 18 SOF‑P unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) from Wood Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI). This effort provides specialized sustainment for a unique UUV capability used by special operations forces, and WHOI was selected as the sole source due to its expertise.

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